Bones Milestone 312 Ace User manual

TD044-02

Milestone 312 Ace WiFi

Manual

www.bones.ch!

ENG

Congratulations on your purchase of the Milestone 312

Ace WiFi!

Your Milestone is a powerful, handy multifunction device and as versatile and reliable as a Swiss

Army knife. The most important feature of the Milestone is its accessibility. Because of the simple

user interface the device is easy to understand and operate, yet extremely powerful.

Milestone was developed specifically for the needs of blind and visually impaired users in their

professional and private lives. You as a user determine whether you want to use the device as a

tool with basic functions or as a professional tool with all software tools and hardware

enhancements. Whether you organize your daily schedule or simply want to just use it for

entertainment, Milestone can be adapted to your individual needs and is ideal as a daily

companion.

We ensure that our Milestone products are continually updated to include new, useful features

and hope that you will be able to fully appreciate the many functions of your Milestone 312 Ace

WiFi. Nick from Alameda in the United States tells us: "My Milestone is an absolute necessity for

staying organized and as an aid to memory. For me as a blind person, the device is simply

indispensable, whether I'm at home or on the road." This manual is provided as an EPUB file in

the internal memory of your Milestone 312 Ace WiFi and may be accessed at any time in the

application "Books". If you prefer the manual in another language or require an updated version,

please visit our website www.bones.ch.

Now we wish you lots of fun and success with Milestone.!

Table of contents

1 Product Overview 6

1.1 Applications of Milestone 312 Ace WiFi ............................................................................. 6

1.1.1 Basic functions 6

1.1.2 Software extras 6

1.1.3 Hardware extras (Add-Ons) 7

1.2 Delivery................................................................................................................................. 7

2 Milestone keys and connectors 7

2.1 Visual layout......................................................................................................................... 8

2.2 Layout description............................................................................................................... 8

2.2.1 The operating surface 8

2.2.2 Charging the battery 9

2.2.3 Connecting Headphones 9

2.2.4 USB connection to computer 9

2.2.5 External microphones and line-in 10

2.2.6 SD Memory Card 10

3 General operation 10

3.1 General Features ............................................................................................................... 10

3.1.1 Select main application 11

3.1.2 On and Off (Sleep Mode) 11

3.1.3 Lock keypad 11

3.1.4 Adjust the volume 11

3.1.5 Playback Speed 11

3.1.6 Menu 11

3.1.6.1 Information Service 12

3.1.6.2 Local Settings 13

3.1.6.3 Basic Settings 13

3.1.7 List of keyboard shortcuts - General Functions 13

3.2 Data management via computer ...................................................................................... 14

3.2.1 The Milestone drives during active computer connection 14

3.2.2 Create a folder structure with the computer 14

3.2.3 Save or delete files in the folder structure 14

3.2.3.1 Data transfer via computer 14

3.2.3.2 Delete via computer 15

4 Basic Applications 15

4.1 Audio .................................................................................................................................. 15

4.1.1 General functions of Audio 15

4.1.1.1 Folder navigation in Audio 15

4.1.1.2 Delete files and folders with Milestone 16

4.1.1.3 Setting up a shortcut to a folder 17

4.1.1.4 Naming folders via Voice Recording 17

4.1.1.5 Fast Jump 17

4.1.1.6 Set and delete audio bookmarks 18

4.1.2 Play music 18

4.1.3 Play Text 19

4.1.4 Recorder 20

4.1.4.1 Short Recording your voice 20

4.1.4.2 Continuously recording a voice memo 20

4.1.4.3 Location of a voice memo 20

4.1.4.4 Listening to a voice memo 21

4.1.4.5 Recordings via the internal microphone 21

4.1.4.6 Recordings from an external microphone or other line-in sources 21

4.1.5 List of keyboard shortcuts - Audio 22

4.2 Books ................................................................................................................................. 23

4.2.1 Play and pause a book 24

4.2.2 Navigate in a book 24

4.2.3 Select a book 26

4.2.4 Create and Delete a bookmark 26

4.2.5 List of keyboard shortcuts - Books 26

4.3 Alarm clock ........................................................................................................................ 27

4.3.1 Handling the alarm 27

4.3.2 Dismiss the alarm 28

4.3.3 Retrieving Time and Date 28

4.3.4 Time and date settings 28

4.3.5 List of keyboard shortcuts - Alarm Clock 28

5 WiFi functions 28

5.1 WiFi connection to the Internet ........................................................................................ 29

5.2 Online Libraries.................................................................................................................. 30

5.2.1 Configure access to a library 30

5.2.2 Enter Library 31

5.2.3 Place a book on loan 32

5.2.4 Download a book 32

5.2.5 Returning or Deleting a Book 32

5.2.6 The Electronic Kiosk 33

5.2.7 Switching between multiple libraries 33

5.3 Web radio ........................................................................................................................... 33

5.3.1 Finding web radio stations 34

5.3.1.1 Selection from station package 34

5.3.1.2 Selection by filtering from worldwide database 34

5.3.1.3 Selection via full-text search in worldwide database 35

5.3.1.4 Adding own links 35

5.3.2 Creating Favorites 35

5.3.3 Web radio function overview 36

5.3.4 First aid for internet connection and web radio 37

5.4 Weather .............................................................................................................................. 37

5.4.1 Weather Navigation 38

5.4.2 Weather Pro Options 39

5.5 Bluetooth............................................................................................................................ 39

5.5.1 First Aid for Bluetooth 40

5.5.2 Bluetooth professional function 41

6 Extra applications 41

6.1 Radio .................................................................................................................................. 41

6.1.1 Use Radio 41

6.1.2 Manual Frequency Input 42

6.1.3 Saving and naming a radio station 42

6.1.4 Record radio signal 42

6.1.5 List of keyboard shortcuts - Radio 42

6.2 Agenda ............................................................................................................................... 43

6.2.1 Current time and date query 43

6.2.2 Appointment creation and management 43

6.2.3 Appointment Preview and Save an Appointment 45

6.2.4 Deleting a Scheduled Record 45

6.2.5 Stopping an appointment reminder 46

6.2.6 Example of a date entry 46

6.2.7 List of keyboard shortcuts - Agenda 46

7 Further information 47

7.1 Technical specifications.................................................................................................... 47

7.2 Advice................................................................................................................................. 47

7.2.1 SD Memory Cards 47

7.2.1.1 For use with the Milestone we recommend media 47

7.2.1.2 Secure contents of a SD memory card 47

7.2.2 Configuration options for advanced users 47

7.2.3 Protect your Milestone 48

7.2.4 Backing Up Your Data 48

7.2.5 Nothing works anymore - Troubleshooting 48

7.3 Service and Support .......................................................................................................... 48

7.3.1 General information 48

7.3.2 Software Update 49

7.4 About Bones AG ................................................................................................................ 49

1 Product Overview

This chapter covers the main applications and the delivery of the device.

1.1 Applications of Milestone 312 Ace WiFi

Milestone 312 Ace WiFi (Milestone, in this manual) is a multifunctional device, which can be

customized according to your wishes. Even the basic version of your Milestone includes extensive

functionality. With optional applications such as radio and calendar this can be extended if

wished so.

1.1.1 Basic functions

The following list includes all applications that are standard features of the Milestone WiFi and are

included with the basic version.

application description

Audio Audio is an extensive application and allows you to play audio files at various

speeds. The storage and management of files is available in a fully accessible,

selectable folder structure. The following applications are available under the

Audio application:

Music Player: With its convenient playback of audio player is designed for

optimal music enjoyment.

You do not need any knowledge of the technical details of different file formats,

because your Milestone automatically understands and can play (MP3, AAC,

WMA, WAV and others).

Text-To-Speech Player: This function allows you to play text files in TXT and

DOC formats. The language and reading voice can be set as desired.

Recorder: The recorder creates crystal clear voice memos at your fingertips.

Even in noisy environments, such as in trains or planes. The powerful Milestone

speaker ensures clear playback. In addition to the built-in microphone you can

also use an external microphone to produce quality recordings in stereo.

Books Application Books lets you play smarter audiobooks, for example, in DAISY

format. Such audiobooks are equipped with a special structure, which offers

useful options for navigating within the book, such as chapter, phrase and Time

jump. You can also set bookmarks, adjust the reading speed, and more. With

the FM Transmitter function, you can even receive your audiobooks and listen

wirelessly through a car radio or home stereo system.

Alarm An easy -to-use alarm clock with all the necessary adjustment options, wake-

up signals and vibrating alert. The time and date can also be requested, as well

as countdown timer and stopwatch.

1.1.2 Software extras

With software extras you can enhance your M312Ace according to your requirements. The

following list provides a summary of these optional applications.

application Description

Radio The stereo FM radio features automatic tuning, a transmitter storage, direct

frequency input, radio recording and RDS (Rad io Data System).

Calendar Calendar is a useful tool to organize your daily schedule. Besides the typical

calendar functions, you can use the calendar and plan ahead special events,

such as a radio recording or voice recording at a certain time.

1.1.3 Hardware extras (Add-Ons)

In addition to the software tools there are hardware extras, so-called Add-Ons, with which you

can equip your Milestone to extend functionality even further. These enhancements have been

designed specifically for Milestone and fit perfectly with the design of the basic unit.

With the high-end color detection device "FaMe" you can identify the color of your clothes in the

closet and put together a matching outfit. Besides colors "FaMe" also recognizes light intensity

and even tells you if two colors are identical.

For more information go to www.bones.ch or contact your dealer.

1.2 Delivery

The following items come as standard with your Milestone 312 Ace:

" Milestone 312 Ace (main unit),

" USB 2.0 Hi-Speed cable,

" Charger,

" Lanyard,

" Case,

" SD memory card,

" Printed manual.

If any of these items are not included in your package, please contact your dealer.

2 Milestone keys and connectors

This chapter describes the buttons, connectors and other tactile areas.

2.1 Visual layout

2.2 Layout description

2.2.1 The operating surface

Holding your Milestone in your hand, you will find five buttons on the Front Face of the machine.

In the middle is a large key and four other buttons are arranged around it in the shape of a cross.

The middle button can be identified not only by its size and central location, but also by its

smooth surface. The name of this button is "Play". Now we look at the buttons surrounding the

"Play" button.

If you move your thumb down, you will feel the "Mode" button. The "Mode" button is the same

size as the "Play" button, but marked with a tactile X.

Below this you will feel the small, round holes of the speaker. Returning to the buttons, The other

three keys are slightly smaller.

Immediately to the left of the central "Play" button, you will feel the "Left arrow". You will

recognize it by the highlighted arrow pointing to the left.

If you move to the right of the "Play" button you will find the "Right arrow", also a tactile arrow but

pointing to the right.

The fifth and final key is located above the "Play" button. This is the "Rec" button and you will find

a small round indentation in the center.

The four buttons, which are arranged around the "play" button, are often used in the style of a

navigation cross. With the "Left arrow" you navigate to the left, the top "Rec" button takes you to

the top with the "Right arrow" to the right and the bottom "Mode" button you move down.

Now you are familiar with the user interface of the keys of your Milestone 312 Ace.

In addition to the aforementioned buttons there is a small indentation in the upper left corner for

the red LED.

On the top Left edge of the Milestone is the sixth and last button, the "Selector". This key is

narrow and protrudes from the device. In the middle of the top side is an elongated opening. This

is the USB port. The cable is connected here for connection to a computer. To charge the battery

of your milestone, connect the charging cable to this port. Far right on the top edge you will find

the connector for external microphones and line-in connections.

On the lower side is the headphone jack.

On the right lateral side of the device you will find a slot. This opening is the slot for SD cards, for

expanding the storage space.

Milestone has jacks for headphones, external microphone, USB cable and SD memory cards. The

following sections describe the various ports in detail.

2.2.2 Charging the battery

Please connect the charger to an AC outlet and the other end of the cable to the mini-USB port

which is located on the top edge of your Milestone. If Milestone is properly connected, the start of

the charging process is confirmed by a low beep. While charging the battery, the LED lamp

flashes at 3-second intervals. Charging takes up to 3 hours. You can retrieve the battery level and

other information via "information service". To find out more, see the section "Information

Service".

Please note that the battery is also charged while the device is connected via USB cable to a

computer.

Your Milestone is equipped with a powerful rechargeable lithium polymer battery, which retains

power in standby mode for several weeks without recharging or allows continuous operation of

up to 20 hours. This value is reached when listening to music or books on headphones with

normal playback speed and medium volume. Please note that playback via the built-in speaker

requires more energy. Also high playback speeds, high volume and playing text files require more

energy and consequently result in a shorter running time per battery charge cycle.

2.2.3 Connecting Headphones

If you do not want to hear playback of your Milestone 312 Ace through the internal speaker, you

can connect any headphones with a 3.5 mm jack on the bottom right of the device. The output is

then switched from speakers to headphones. Please note that your Milestone 312 Ace has two

independent volume levels - one for the internal speakers and one for the headphones.

2.2.4 USB connection to computer

To connect your Milestone 312 Ace to a computer, you can use the supplied USB cable. Connect

the cable end with the small mini-USB plug to the mini-USB port on the top of your milestone.

The end with the somewhat larger USB plug will fit into any traditional USB port on the computer.

Your Milestone confirms a successful connection with the message "Connection activated" and

appears as an external drive named "M312ACE" on your computer. Now you can manage the

files and folders on both devices, replace, rename, delete or copy. Even with large amounts of

data Fast USB 2.0 connection will provide pleasantly short transfer times for DAISY books, music

files, voice messages, text files and much more. After the data transfer is complete, please make

sure that you treat it as a normal USB flash drive, properly eject the USB drive from your

computer before disconnection.

Hint: To prevent data loss, we recommend that you back up your Milestone at regular intervals to

the computer.

Note: The buttons on your Milestone are locked during an active connection.

2.2.5 External microphones and line-in

For your recordings, you can use the built-in microphone or connect an external microphone with

a 3.5 mm plug to the circular connector on the top edge of the Milestone. You can also connect

external devices to this line-in jack, if you use a stereo audio cable with 3.5 mm jack. For more

information about external microphones and line-in, see the "Recorder" section.

2.2.6 SD Memory Card

Your Milestone has an internal memory capacity of 12 gigabytes. With an SD or SDHC memory

card you can expand the existing memory to store more books, music, voice notes, and other

files.

Milestone supports MMC, SD and SDHC memory cards with capacity of up to 32 gigabytes. Such

memory cards can be inserted on the right, the narrow side of the device in the elongated

opening. Slide the card into the slot until it clicks. Please take care when you insert the card. You

can remove the card by gently pushing inwards, to loosen it from the fixing.

SD and SDHC cards are available in different memory sizes from various manufacturers. Bones

recommends SD cards from SanDisk, Kingston, Transcend and Toshiba, as these have proven

best.

Note: Make sure that the SD memory card is inserted correctly. The card has a ribbed body.

There are the electrical contacts. When inserting the card, please make sure that the ribbed side

goes into the machine pointing downwards.

Hint: Back up your personal files from time to time on an SD card or on your computer in order to

avoid possible loss of data in case your Milestone 312 Ace suffers damage.

Caution: Please do not use SDXC memory cards for your Milestone. These are usually in sizes

from 64GB memory.

3 General operation

This chapter covers the general operation of the Milestone 312 (M312) and explains how to use it

in combination with a computer.

3.1 General Features

The following key commands enable general functionality of your Milestone that work in all

applications.

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